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Mohammed Bin Rashid Library opens today: Register & enter for FREE

Entry to the region's biggest library is free but visitors must register online

There is something for everyone in the Mena region's biggest library, which houses 1.1 million books in 30 languages spread over 54,000sqm on seven floors and in nine libraries.

Here is an overview of everything you need to know before your first visit:

Entry to the library is free, but those wishing to visit must register at https://mbrl.ae/ or download the app.

Timings of the library

Monday – Saturday (excluding Friday): 9am-9pm

Friday: 2 pm to 9 pm

Sunday: Closed

Children below 5 years are not allowed to enter.

Membership rates have not been announced as yet, but MBRL officials say it will be pocket-friendly.

How to get there

By metro: Get off at the Creek station and walk along a newly-opened path with trees on either side for shade.

By bus: Dubai Bus route no. C04 stops at the Creek Metro Station.

By car: Drive along the Al Khail Road (D68) towards Sharjah near where the road crosses the Dubai Creek. Take the exit to the Creek Metro Station and Mohammed bin Rashid Library. You'll find the library sign posted after you exit the main road. There is a 9-storey underground parking area for visitors.

The 9 libraries inside MBRL

The General Library: With over 100,000 books on topics like history, health and science, technology, education and more, the general library will appeal to everyone.

The Emirates Library: You can find everything you ever wanted to know about the UAE here. From rare collections of photos of the country to books written by citizens and residents, this area has a lot to offer.

The Young Adults Library: Wanting to appeal to youngsters of all ages and with varying interests, this library has a wide variety of titles, from manga and anime to Captain Majid to books in business, economics and literature.

“We want youngsters to be able to read whatever interests them,” said Ahmed Al Hassawi, the librarian of the Young Adults Library. “If they read a book about business and like it, we can direct them to the business library where they can read more of what they like.”

This library, which houses 12,000 titles, has 90% of English and 10% of Arabic books.

The Children’s Library : With an inviting play area, colourful interiors and 17,000 titles, this area is all set to invite children of various ages. There are board books, picture books and more - arranged at eye level for the little ones to explore and enjoy.

Private Collections Library: With rare and private collections of resources dated prior to the 1950s, this particular library requires special permission to access it.

The Maps and Atlases Library: With rare maps and atlases from all over the world, this one is for the geography buffs.

The Media and Arts Library: With 24,000 different titles, this section has one of the most prolific collections of media and art resources with topics including the history of art, DIY, music, cinema and urban design.

It has an area that allows students and researchers to scan 10% of the books available here for their personal use. A small, 4-seater media room allows visitors to watch documentaries and theatre pieces.

The Business Library: This section has books on topics including accountancy, entrepreneurship, economics and management. This area also has study areas and independent

The Periodical Library: The part of the library houses a unique collection of magazines and periodicals from the 1950s. There are over 500 magazines in Arabic and 100 magazines in English in this area. However, none of these may be checked out and is only for research and reading within the library premises.

Other areas inside the library

Treasures of the Library: An elaborate collection of rare manuscripts and exhibits is sure to be an exciting area to explore.

Information Center: With books in Braille, iPads to borrow and a calming sensory pod for those with autistic tendencies to relax, the library is fully equipped to cater to people of determination.

Coffee Shop: A bright and colourful café with cosy seating will offer the perfect spot for refreshments while exploring the seven-storeyed building.

What to expect

The library is expected to become a cultural hub where events like book launches, talks by authors, training programs for writers and more will be hosted. Those who want to attend will be able to book these events on the app.

Libraries worldwide are notorious for being strict about silence and discipline. However, the MBRL will be more relaxed, according to a spokesperson.

"We are not going to strictly enforce a silent area," said Jamal Al Shehhi, board member of the MBRL. "The ground floor has a café and will have events. So the area will always be lively. As you go to the higher floors, it will get quieter."

During the Emirates Literature Festival, boat service will be available from Dubai Festival City area to the MBRL. A 500-seater theatre within the premises will also hold movie nights in the future.

The first three months will see the MBRL having restricted access to residents and visitors who will have to register on the app to visit the library.

"We want to have a soft launch and ensure everything works smoothly," said Jamal Al Shehhi. "The library will operate at full capacity only after the summer months."

News Source: Khaleej Times

Written by HiDubai Newswire

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Dubai's newest library is now open! How amazing is this new addition to everything Dubai has to offer, right in time for summer? It's the region's largest library with more than 600 000 titles.

We have listed some essential details to help you plan your visit.

Entry is FREE but registration on the official website  mbrl.ae  is a must. They will check your QR code before you enter.

There are 9 libraries for all tastes and ages.

The children's library has an interactive playpen for kids over 5 years. Please bear in mind that kids below 5 years (and prams) are not allowed in at the moment.

There is a huge virtual reality screen your children will love!

Outside is a language garden.

A few reminders:

Please dress modestly. No shorts, including for men. 

Free parking is available. If you’re commuting via metro, get off at the Creek Metro station which is in walking distance to the library.

The book lending service will start in July.

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Mohammed bin Rashid Library opens to the public: Dubai timings, how to get there and more

New cultural landmark in the emirate opens its doors on june 16.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Library in Al Jaddaf, Dubai. All photos Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai has a new architectural marvel on its horizon and this time it's in the shape of a bookstand.

Mohammed bin Rashid Library , which opens to the public on Thursday, spans more than 54,000 square metres, with seven floors and nine thematic libraries.

The Dh1 billion venue, which took six years to build, was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid , Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday, and aims to be a cultural centre, joining Sharjah’s House of Wisdom in paving the way for libraries of the future.

Four must-see things at Dubai's new Mohammed bin Rashid Library

Here's everything you need to know about visiting the UAE's newest cultural landmark.

Where is the library located?

It's in Al Jaddaf, by the Dubai Creek, offering spectacular views of the waterway.

Do I need a ticket to enter or is there an entry fee?

As with most conventional libraries, there is no need to buy a ticket to enter. There is no entry fee required.

However, it is recommended to download the library app and reserve your time slots online.

Are children allowed in?

Children under 5 are not allowed to enter, but those aged 5 and over are welcome and there is even a dedicated library only for them, with an indoor slide.

This includes a generously sized section dedicated to blind children with books published in braille. A sensory pod is also available to accommodate those with autism.

Can I buy a membership?

Yes, there will be a paid membership scheme in place that allows UAE residents to borrow books for varying lengths of time.

Details and prices for this have not yet been announced, but will be available on the website soon.

What are the library's opening hours?

The library will be open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 9pm and is closed on Sundays.

Is there free parking?

Yes, there is a nine-storey underground parking area with free car parking, including spots for electric vehicles.

Can I get there by public transport?

Al Jaddaf Metro station is the nearest and a shaded walking path is being built to allow direct access to the library.

You can also go via Dubai Bus route C04, which stops at the Creek Metro Station.

What's inside the library?

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has inaugurated a bookstand-shaped library that cost Dh1 billion to build. Photo: HHShkMohd via Twitter

There are nine thematic libraries within the space. Library content becomes increasingly specialised as you go up the seven levels, while the ground floor is home to three libraries filled with the most accessible content.

There is a General Library, an Emirates Library, one for children and another for young adults, others focusing on business titles, periodicals, maps and atlases, and another that centres on media and the arts, which is home to expansive collections of Arabic newspapers and magazines spanning the mid-20th century.

There's also a private collections library, but visitors need special permission to access this area.

This is in addition to an indoor and outdoor amphitheatre, a literary museum, a conference centre, a two-storey cafe and a gift shop.

And, that’s only the opening phase: on the horizon are electronic gaming lounges, a monthly programme of author events and a ferry service from Dubai Festival City to the venue for select sessions of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature .

What is the Treasures of the Library exhibition?

The Treasures of the Library section is on the seventh floor. It is a museum with hundreds of encased works; the collection has rare books, manuscripts and documents dating back to the 13th century. These include old copies of the Quran and a first edition of Miguel de Cervantes's 17th-century epic novel Don Quixote .

Also on hand is a first edition of Description de L'Egypte , a series of publications, appearing first in 1809, cataloguing various aspects of ancient and modern Egypt, written by scholars and academics who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte on his expedition to the country in 1798.

“Collecting these works took two years,” board director Jamal Al Shehhi told The National during a preview of the library. “We had teams going around the world searching for them and even acquiring them at charity auctions. We were determined to get the best titles that we can find.”

How many books are there?

According to Al Shehhi, there are more than one million physical and digital titles spanning 30 languages, and the library continues to build its catalogue.

The general library boasts more than 100,000 titles and is the place to seek popular novels and non-fiction titles.

The children’s library has about 17,000 titles and the Emirates Library, located on the sixth floor, contains more than 37,000 books written about the UAE in many languages and genres.

How do I find books?

All the books are organised numerically, rather than alphabetically and in genre, but it is recommended to search online for the availability of your preferred book in order to know exactly where to find it.

“We operate by name of the titles as opposed to language,” Al Shehhi said. “When we acquire books, we not only get multiple copies but also in as many languages as we can.”

Books are delivered to various points around the library via monorail.

Can I work from the library?

There are dozens of couches, reading desks and workstations.

For those who need a little more peace and quiet, the second floor has plenty of spacious study rooms. These are free of charge to those who book online.

A smart scanner even allows students to scan portions of books or resources and email it to themselves.

Is there anything else there?

Outside, there is the Garden of Quotes, featuring pillars with more than 60 of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s quotes written in a variety of languages from Arabic and English to Bosnian, Korean, Urdu and even Amharic.

What else has the library got planned?

Beginning next month, Library Talks is a series of monthly events featuring bestselling authors from the region and beyond discussing their works.

More information is available at www.mbrl.ae

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Mohammed bin Rashid Library opened to the public on Thursday, June 16, 2022. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National

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Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) in Dubai: Largest Library, Cultural centre in MENA region

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, the largest library in the middle east has opened on August 2020, according to sources. The 66,000 square metre World class library will have the following facilities:

• Information Centre
• Arabic Library
• Popular Library
• Children’s Library
• Family Library
• International Library
• Media Library publications visual and auditory
• Internet services
• Young Adult Library
• Study Rooms
• Conference Rooms
• Male and female prayer rooms are located in the basement.
• Around 300 shaded car parks
• Pepper Robots which clarifies the questions about the library, get direction, read stories to children etc

Official website : https://www.mbrl.ae/

Opening Hours: Saturday to Thursday: 9 am to 9 pm, Friday: 2 pm to 9 pm and Sunday: closed

Entrance fee, How to reach, How to borrow / lend books?

How to book your tickets to visit mohammed bin rashid library (mbrl) in dubai.

• Book your tickets here
• Select the date and time
• Select your ticket (Cancellation available)

Who can enter the library?

• Children above 5 years and all adults can enter

How to become a member in Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) Dubai?

• Visit https://www.mbrl.ae/be-a-member
• Create account / register
• Enter your name, valid email id, phone number
• Enter Emirates ID number
• Select your nationality
• Select your Gender
• Select your date of birth
• Sign up to register a new account to access the membership

How to borrow / lend books?

Members can borrow books and return via self checked kiosks / smart shelves which is located in the ground floor.

What’s inside?

• Library’s exhibition and discover a wide collection of rare books and manuscripts
• Discover a wide variety of dictionaries, encyclopaedias and other resources
• Indulge your inner book worm and find the perfect spot to read, research or study
• Treasures of the Library
• Conference and Meeting Rooms
• Digitisation Lab
• Exhibitions
• Reading Spaces
• The Amphitheatre
• The Languages Garden
• The Theatre
• Library Café

Library collections:

• The General Library
• The Young Adults Library
• The Children’s Library
• The Maps and Atlases Library
• The Media and Arts Library
• The Business Library
• The Emirates Library
• The Information Centre
• The Periodicals Library
• Private Collections Library

  Address : Al Khail Road Al Jaddaf, near to the Creek Metro Station next to Dubai Creek

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) Dubai Customer Care Phone number

Call Centre : 800MBRLAE ( 800627523 )

Email: [email protected]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) Lost and Found: https://www.mbrl.ae/lost-and-found

Map: View Google direction here .

How to reach Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) in Dubai by bus, metro, abra?

Bus no : C04 which stops at the Creek Metro station. From there take 5 to 10 minutes walk

Metro : Creek Metro station

Abra : An airconditioned abra (water taxi) connects Dubai Festival City Marine Station with Al Jaddaf Marine Station, which is 20 minutes walk or 5 minutes taxi ride from the library building.

Library Cafe:

Located in  Ground Floor of the building, to the left of the main  entrance.

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Book Shaped Library Dubai – Mohammed Bin Rashid Library

Book Shaped Library – 1 million square meters. 600,000 titles.300 subjects. More than 200 events and performances per year.

Explore the largest cultural center in the MENA region

The book-shaped library – Mohammed bin Rashid Library (MBRL) on the Dubai Creek bank was inaugurated by the UAE Vice-President on Monday evening. The exciting Dh1-billion cultural destination will, open on Thursday, June 16 2022.

Entry to the library is free, but visitors must download the MBRL app and register for a slot to visit. The library is open from 9am to 9pm, but will be closed on Sunday.

“Those interested will be able to register for yearly memberships soon,” said Al Shehhi as he hosted journalists for a media tour of the venue.

The seven-story building has over a million books and six million research theses.

In addition to books, the attraction has around 73,000 music scores; 75,000 videos; 13,000 articles, and more than 5,000 historical print and digital journals within an archive covering 325 years. It also features about 35,000 print and digital newspapers from around the world, and nearly 500 rare collectibles.

At first glance, the structure looks like an open book. It is, in fact, designed in the shape of a reel, the traditional wooden book rest used to hold the holy Quran.

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Building on the success of its previous editions, Middle East Coatings Show will once again welcome industry professionals from around the region. With positive economic growth forecast for the sector and major construction projects underway throughout the GCC, this show provides the ideal opportunity for raw material suppliers and equipment manufacturers to expand their business. 

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Book Shaped Library Dubai – Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) Details:

Where is the venue of book shaped library – mohammed bin rashid library.

68CV+8GX – Al Jaddaf, Al Khail Road, 

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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What is the Opening Date of Book Shaped Library – MBRL?

Opened on Thursday, June 16 2022

What is the Enterance fee of Book Shaped Library – MBRL?

Entry to the library is free,

but visitors must download the MBRL app and register for a slot to visit.

What are the timings of Mohammed Bin Rashid Library?

The Library timings:

• Monday to Saturday 9AM – 9PM,
• Friday 2PM – 9PM and

How to Register to visit Mohammed Bin Rashid Library?

Visitors must download the MBRL app and register for a slot to visit.

https://mbrl.ae/

How to take yearly memberships at Mohammed Bin Rashid Library?

Those interested will be able to register for yearly memberships soon

How to contact them for more information?

Contact Details:

Ph.No: +971-4-7073333

Email: [email protected]

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The Moreton Bay Region Libraries app helps save you time and money by giving access to all the free library resources straight from your smartphone or tablet, anywhere, anytime. Use the app to:

• Explore thousands of top-rated eBooks, bestselling audiobooks and free eMagazines
• Offline reading and listening
• Browse the catalogue and borrow items with self-service
• Click and Collect books, magazines and DVDs
• Book events
• Register to become a library member and link family accounts
• Find branches and mobile library stops near you
• Scan the ISBN of books to see if the library has a copy, and if not, order it! 

Download myMBRL here:

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Access the content you want, when you want it

Are you always on the go, or just can’t make it to the library? Or maybe you just want access to the eLibrary from the comfort of your home. The myMBRL app allows you to borrow eBooks, audiobooks and magazines from our online library for free, all from the palm of your hand.

With thousands of bestselling eBooks, top-rated audiobooks and free eMagazines to borrow, you get to choose what you want and when you want it.  Use offline reading to download free books online and read and listen when you’re away from home or on the go. Do the same with our free digital magazines, and access hundreds of publications from Australia and overseas - anywhere, anytime.   The app’s simple eLibrary interface allows you to manage all your reservations, accounts, and event bookings from one convenient place. You can even scan the ISBN of books in store and see if the library has a copy - and if not, you can order it straight from your device.

 m yMBRL is the perfect place to borrow eBooks, eMagazines and audiobooks online for free, and a whole lot more.  

Download the app now on Google Play or on the App Store .

myMBRL frequently asked questions

How do i download the app, what are the minimum device requirements, how do i log into my account, why isn't the app working on my device, how many items and for how long can i borrow via the app, how do i make sure i successfully checked out my item(s) using the app, using self-service to borrow, is there an age filter that will stop my children from borrowing inappropriate material, how do i return my loans, i need help with the app. who do i contact.

Open the App Store on your device, search for Moreton Bay Region Libraries and download/install the application to your device. 

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• Android device with NFC (Near Field Capability)
• iPhone 7 running iOS 13 or above. 

In the app, click ‘My Account’ and select ‘Sign In’. Now, scan your card barcode or enter your library card number followed by your pin. If you have forgotten your pin, reset it online  or contact the library staff.

Check that you have enabled location services on your device. Ensure your device is connected to the internet via mobile data or wifi.  For Android users - check if your device is NFC compatible and NFC is turned on. For iPhone users – check your app permission settings to ensure Location is set to ‘Always’. If issues persist, open the maps app and refresh the screen to re-locate your device to your current location.

The same borrowing limits and loan periods apply to items checked out using the myMBRL app. This includes all types of books, movies, music, magazines and newspapers. 

Items successfully checked out using Self-Service will show a green tick. Click ‘Finish’ and a confirmation will show the list of items you borrowed. You can also view your Self-Service Receipts found in the ‘My Account’ menu, for a full list of your loans and their due dates.

Library App users can use the Self-Service option to borrow or “Check out” their library books within the library.  There are some minimum device requirements:

• Android device with NFC capability (Android users must manually turn on NFC this can be found in 'settings' on your device).
• iPhone 7 running iOS 13 or above
• location services and NFC must be turned on
• the device is connected to data or WiFi

Step-by-step guide to using Self-Service:

1. Ensure you are signed into your account.  The Self-Service option will only be visible once logged into your account

2. Select the Self-Service option  from the menu – it can also be found on the bottom right corner of the screen

3. Items check out to the default user – to check out to a linked account, select the user from the 'User' drop down box

4. Allow any location settings to be enabled - this will ensure that you’re borrowing at one of our library locations

5. Select the green 'Check-out' option – your phone will show 'Ready to scan'

6. Place your phone flat directly on the back of the book near the spine.  Starting at the top of the spine, slide your phone down to the bottom edge of the book – the phone will vibrate and a loan confirmation will show on screen

7. To scan another item, select the green 'Scan a library item' option

8. The screen will progressively show your complete list of borrowed items

9. Once complete, select 'Finish' in the top right corner of the screen and select 'OK' to confirm.  You can view your 'Self-Service receipts' in your account menu and your loans will also appear in your 'Checkouts' menu.

View this short video that shows you how to borrow books using the app.

Loan restrictions for content rated M15+ and R18 still apply. myMBRL uses membership details to confirm the birthdate of borrowers to determine eligibility.

Continue returning your items as usual via the RFID shelves, return chutes, or to your friendly library staff.

Contact a staff member at any of our libraries or send an email to [email protected] .

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Dubai’s book-shaped library opens to public on june 16: will entry be free, 7-storey building has over a million books and 6 million research theses.

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The book-shaped Mohammed bin Rashid Library (MBRL) on the Dubai Creek bank was inaugurated by the UAE Vice-President on Monday evening. The stunning Dh1-billion cultural destination will, however, open to the public on Thursday, June 16.

According to Jamal Al Shehhi, board member of the MBRL, entry to the library is free, but visitors must download the MBRL app and register for a slot to visit. The library is open from 9am to 9pm, but will remain closed on Sunday.

“Those interested will be able to register for yearly memberships soon,” said Al Shehhi as he hosted journalists for a media tour of the venue.

The seven-storey building has over a million books and six million research theses.

In addition to books, the attraction has around 73,000 music scores; 75,000 videos; 13,000 articles, and more than 5,000 historical print and digital journals within an archive covering 325 years. It also features about 35,000 print and digital newspapers from around the world, and nearly 500 rare collectibles.

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At first glance, the structure looks like an open book. It is, in fact, designed in the shape of a rehl, the traditional wooden book rest used to hold the holy Quran.

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The Centre is open from 9am to 4pm Saturday to Wednesday, 9am to 12pm on Thursdays and closed during Fridays and Public Holidays. For Saturday till Wednesday, the last entry time is at 2.30pm and all visitors must leave the Centre by 4:00pm. For Thursday, the last entry time is 10:30am and all visitors must leave by 12:00pm.

Tour Agenda:

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• History Zone – Learn about the history of electricity with hands on experiments
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• Solar Zone – Learn how we harness the energy from the Sun and convert it to electrical energy using different methods
• Future Zone – Experience a future with clean energy
• Panoramic View of The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park
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Witness a spectacular show of Dubai’s efforts towards greener and more sustainable future allowing you to see the evolution of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority in driving innovation in the clean energy up close!

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Experience a captivation virtual journey through The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park the largest single-site solar park in the world. The park is adorned with phase upon phase of glistening solar panels, creating a breathtaking sight from the above.

Where we are

The Innovation Centre is located at the heart of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.

You can reach us by car via the Al Qudra Rd (D63)

A drop-off point is situated at the front of the main entrance at the visitors’ car park.

We recommend that you arrange your transportation for both ways, as it might be difficult to order a taxi for your return journey.

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• No pets allowed.
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• No outside food or beverages allowed.
• Toys and sharp tools are not allowed.
• Respectful clothing must be worn.
• Items on display in the exhibitions must not be touched or removed.
• Children under the age of 12 must always be accompanied by an adult during the visit.
• Large bags and strollers must be kept at the reception area.

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Path of innovation.

A 380-metre-long outdoor exhibit to display the latest different types of renewable energy technologies.

Ground Floor - Welcome Lobby

The Welcome lobby includes a digital social wall, guestbook, interactive projection map and a game for children

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The first-floor exhibition area includes the auditorium and the main tour

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The member only area includes the creativity zone, a knowledge centre and training facilities

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mbrl is a toolbox for facilitating development of Model-Based Reinforcement Learning algorithms. It provides easily interchangeable modeling and planning components, and a set of utility functions that allow writing model-based RL algorithms with only a few lines of code.

See also our companion paper .

Getting Started

Installation, standard installation.

mbrl requires Python 3.8+ library and PyTorch (>= 1.7) . To install the latest stable version, run

Developer installation

If you are interested in modifying the library, clone the repository and set up a development environment as follows

And test it by running the following from the root folder of the repository

Basic example

As a starting point, check out our tutorial notebook on how to write the PETS algorithm ( Chua et al., NeurIPS 2018 ) using our toolbox, and running it on a continuous version of the cartpole environment.

Provided algorithm implementations

MBRL-Lib provides implementations of popular MBRL algorithms as examples of how to use this library. You can find them in the mbrl/algorithms folder. Currently, we have implemented PETS , MBPO , PlaNet , we plan to keep increasing this list in the future.

The implementations rely on Hydra to handle configuration. You can see the configuration files in this folder. The overrides subfolder contains environment specific configurations for each environment, overriding the default configurations with the best hyperparameter values we have found so far for each combination of algorithm and environment. You can run training by passing the desired override option via command line. For example, to run MBPO on the Gymnasium version of HalfCheetah, you should call

By default, all algorithms will save results in a csv file called results.csv , inside a folder whose path looks like ./exp/mbpo/default/gym___HalfCheetah-v2/yyyy.mm.dd/hhmmss ; you can change the root directory ( ./exp ) by passing root_dir=path-to-your-dir , and the experiment sub-folder ( default ) by passing experiment=your-name . The logger will also save a file called model_train.csv with training information for the dynamics model.

Beyond the override defaults, You can also change other configuration options, such as the type of dynamics model (e.g., dynamics_model=basic_ensemble ), or the number of models in the ensemble (e.g., dynamics_model.model.ensemble_size=some-number ). To learn more about all the available options, take a look at the provided configuration files .

Supported environments

Our example configurations are largely based on Mujoco , but our library components (and algorithms) are compatible with any environment that follows the standard Gymnasium syntax. You can try our utilities in other environments by creating your own entry script and Hydra configuration, using our default entry main.py as guiding template. See also the example override configurations.

Without any modifications, our provided main.py can be used to launch experiments with the following environments:

• pybullet-gym (thanks to dtch1997 ) for the contribution! Note: You must run pip install gym==0.26.3 to use the dm_control and pybulletgym environments.

You can test your Mujoco and PyBullet installations by running

To specify the environment to use for main.py , there are two possibilities:

• Preferred way : Use a Hydra dictionary to specify arguments for your env constructor. See example .
• mujoco-gym : "gym___<env-name>" , where env-name is the name of the environment in Gymnasium (e.g., "HalfCheetah-v2").
• dm_control : "dmcontrol___<domain>--<task> , where domain/task are defined as in DMControl (e.g., "cheetah--run").
• pybullet-gym : "pybulletgym___<env-name>" , where env-name is the name of the environment in pybullet gym (e.g., "HopperPyBulletEnv-v0")

Visualization and diagnostics tools

Our library also contains a set of diagnostics tools, meant to facilitate development and debugging of models and controllers. With the exception of the CPU-controller, which also supports PyBullet, these currently require a Mujoco installation, but we are planning to add support for other environments and extensions in the future. Currently, the following tools are provided:

FineTuner : Can be used to train a model on a dataset produced by a given agent/controller. The model and agent can be loaded from separate directories, and the fine tuner will roll the environment for some number of steps using actions obtained from the controller. The final model and dataset will then be saved under directory "model_dir/diagnostics/subdir", where subdir is provided by the user.

TrainingBrowser : This script launches a lightweight training browser for plotting rewards obtained after training runs (as long as the runs use our logger). The browser allows aggregating multiple runs and displaying mean/std, and also lets the user save the image to hard drive. The legend and axes labels can be edited in the pane at the bottom left. Requires installing PyQt5 . Thanks to a3ahmad for the contribution!

Note that, except for the training browser, all the tools above require Mujoco installation and are specific to models of type OneDimTransitionRewardModel . We are planning to extend this in the future; if you have useful suggestions don't hesitate to raise an issue or submit a pull request!

Advanced Examples

MBRL-Lib can be used for many different research projects in the subject area. Below are some community-contributed examples:

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Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Celebrates First Anniversary on June 17

13 Jun, 2023

Driven by its vision to promote cultural awareness and stimulate passion for knowledge among future generations, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) will organise a series of cultural, community, and entertainment activities, competitions, and workshops for all age groups, to celebrate its first anniversary on Saturday, June 17. The event will be held under the slogan ‘A Year of Culture in a Whole World’.

“When we first established the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, we followed the inspiring words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai: ‘We want the library to be a house of wisdom, where researchers gather, youth innovate, and knowledge get drafted. We don’t want the library to be a place for books, we want it a place to attract youth and enhance their cultural and knowledge soul’,” said HE Mohammad Ahmad Al Murr, Chairman of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation.

“Today, as we celebrate our first anniversary, and based on this vision, we are proud of our achievements and their constructive role in promoting cultural awareness and knowledge. We aspire to make MBRL a leading cultural hub and a unique model for the next generation of libraries. We aim to continue our journey towards the development of MBRL as a leading cultural centre by expanding our services as well as cultural and strategic partnerships. We also look forward to offering more educational and cultural opportunities by organising cultural events, workshops, and lectures that inspire readers and enhance their intellectual capabilities,” added Al Murr.

“With the completion of one year of achievements and success, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library has contributed to supporting and promoting the cultural scene, transforming from a mere library into a thriving cultural center full of knowledge and creative interaction. This is due to the efforts of a passionate and dedicated team of Emirati employees who worked tirelessly to achieve our vision of empowering society and providing knowledge opportunities to all,” said Dr. Mohammed Salem Obaid Al Mazrooei, Board Member at Mohammed Bin Rashid Library.

“Mohammed bin Rashid Library will celebrate its first anniversary through a series of activities that combine art, entertainment, learning, and knowledge to embody the spirit of innovation and provide an unprecedented experience for its visitors. The celebration will also be a unique opportunity for discovering and developing talents. We are committed to organising events throughout the year to support our mission to stimulate passion for knowledge, and build a lighthouse of knowledge, culture, and creativity,” added Al Mazrooei.

Numbers and Statistics

In the span of a year, MBRL made several accomplishments that contributed to promoting cultural awareness and supporting knowledge-sharing, including the addition of nearly  120,000 books. MBRL welcomed over half a million visitors of different ages and nationalities to experience its facilities, services, and specialized sub-libraries.

The total number of print and e-book titles reached over 1 million, while the number of titles and videos in the database reached more than 21 million titles. In addition, the number of books requested from the website and application were more than 4,400 books, and more than 620,000 e-books, along with 6 global databases.

The library organized nearly 200 educational, cultural, and training activities and workshops for adults, children, and families, in many fields and disciplines, including the monthly events ‘Library Days’ and ‘Coffee & Book. These events contribute to achieving its vision to build a lighthouse of knowledge, culture, and creativity.

More so, the library received more than 250 high-level delegations, headed by senior officials from the UAE and abroad, including delegations from Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, the Embassy of the Republic of Malta, and the consulates of Canada, China, and Malaysia. MBRL also welcomed Sultan Sharaf Al Din Idris Shah and his wife, and the wives of a number of ambassadors in the UAE, in addition to the Director of the Spanish El Escorial Library, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC), the New York Public Library, the Science Museum in London, among others. The library also received multiple school and university delegations to tour the library and enjoy a unique and enriching experience through its intellectual treasures.

As part of its efforts to expand and enhance joint cooperation with public and private entities, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation signed several partnerships, strategies and agreements, including the ‘Etisalat by e&’ group, MBRL’s Golden Partner, and Zayed University. The library also seeks to enhance future cooperation opportunities with local and international organisations.

More than 100,000 books were donated to the library by publishing houses, writers, authors, and official delegations and consulates from the UAE and abroad. The books ranged between literature, social sciences, culture, translations, and many other fields, in addition to more than 2,200 rare and valuable publications. All these books were added to the library’s knowledge treasures comprising more than 70 languages.

Special activities

To celebrate its anniversary, the library will host a wide range of activities, including a comic art exhibition, cartoon shows, pianist performances, mental games, reading poetry, singing, a book club, in addition to performances by the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra.

The celebration will also include interactive activities for young library visitors, such as showcasing children’s talents in poetry, and playing the piano.

Aside from the activities and entertainment, MBRL’s celebration will host workshops for learning to draw, making glass basins, producing podcasts, iPhone photography, and recycling. Disney’s The Jungle Book movie will also be shown, in addition to an evening of Arabic poetry, storytelling, watercolor painting, and a document restoration workshop.

For more information, kindly visit: https://www.mbrl.ae/ar/web/guest/about-the-library

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